The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for September 2025 global air cargo markets showing: Total demand, measured in cargo tonne-kilometers (CTK), rose by 2.9% compared to September 2024 levels (+3.2% for international operations). Capacity, measured in available cargo tonne-kilometers (ACTK), increased by 3.0% compared to September 2024 (+4.4% for international operations). “Air cargo demand grew 2.9% year-on-year in September, marking the seventh … [Read more...] about IATA: Air cargo demand up 2.9% in September, seventh straight month of growth
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Asia Pacific airlines report steady cargo growth amid strong September traffic
Preliminary September 2025 traffic figures released today by the Association of Asia Pacific Airlines (AAPA) showed continued expansion in both international air passenger and cargo markets. Resilient regional economic conditions, underpinned by Asia Pacific GDP growth projected at 4.5% for the year, provided firm support to overall traffic demand. Buoyed by robust business and consumer activity, the region’s airlines recorded a 7.1% year-on-year increase in the number of international … [Read more...] about Asia Pacific airlines report steady cargo growth amid strong September traffic
IATA updates cargo and ground operations manuals
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has released the updated 2026 editions of key industry manuals for cargo and ground operations, which incorporate close to 100 major changes and revisions to align with evolving global standards. The main changes to the 2026 manuals include: Dangerous Goods Regulations (DGR) and Battery Shipping Regulations (BSR) Battery-related updates dominate the DGR and BSR for 2026. The number of lithium batteries transported as cargo by air has … [Read more...] about IATA updates cargo and ground operations manuals
IATA highlights critical priorities for aviation safety and operations
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) highlighted three critical priorities for aviation safety and operations as the World Safety and Operations Conference (WSOC) opened today in Xiamen, China. These are: defending and evolving global standards, fostering a strong safety culture through leadership, and using data to enhance performance amid growing operational challenges. “The environment in which airlines operate has grown even more complex as conflicts and regulatory … [Read more...] about IATA highlights critical priorities for aviation safety and operations
IATA: Supply chain challenges could cost airlines more than $11 billion in 2025
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) in collaboration with Oliver Wyman, a global leader in management consulting and a business of Marsh McLennan, launched a joint study, Reviving the Commercial Aircraft Supply Chain. The report addresses supply chain challenges in the aerospace industry and explores the root cause of these challenges, the impact on airlines, and initiatives to move the aviation industry forward. Challenges within the aerospace industry’s supply chain are … [Read more...] about IATA: Supply chain challenges could cost airlines more than $11 billion in 2025
TIACA invites industry to take part in the 2025 Air Cargo Sustainability Survey
The International Air Cargo Association (TIACA) is once again calling on the global air cargo community to complete the Annual Air Cargo Sustainability Survey. The survey, first launched in 2020, continues to serve as a benchmark for measuring progress across the industry’s sustainability journey. Each year, TIACA publishes the results in its Sustainability Insights Report, offering critical analysis and recommendations that guide the sector in achieving long-term goals for people, planet, and … [Read more...] about TIACA invites industry to take part in the 2025 Air Cargo Sustainability Survey
